What do the designations 304L and 316L mean?
The "L" in the designations for these grades refers to "low carbon." This low carbon makes it easier to produce corrosion-resistant welds than in standard 304 and 316, respectively, [...]
What are the chemical compositions of grade 304 and 316 stainless steel?
GRADE Nickel Chromium Molybdenum Manganese 304 8 - 10.5% 18 - 20% None Specified 2% maximum 316 10 - 14% 16 - 18% 2 - 3% 2% maximum [...]
Why would 316 be worth the extra cost over 304?
For most applications, 304 has the best combination of corrosion resistance, mechanical properties and cost. For high corrosion resistance in food, biomedical, marine and heat exchanger applications, 316 can [...]
What are the common types of stainless steel?
A1: Most common are austenitic stainless steels, grades 304, 316 and 317. These have the highest corrosion resistance, are non-magnetic and can be hardened only by cold work (annealed [...]
What is the main difference between 304 and 316 for the application engineer?
316 stainless is more expensive (about 20% more) due to the higher Nickel and Molybdenum content and has higher corrosion resistance, higher tensile strength, and a slightly grayer finish. [...]
What is the delay on FAB products?
The timelines can vary and depend on the complexity of the jobs. We estimate a three days production timeline on average. Should you require an exact timeline, please contact one [...]
Do you have price lists?
No. The metal prices can vary several times during a year, so we suggest that you contact one of our representatives by phone or email to ensure you get the [...]
What’s the difference between pipe and tube?
The way it’s measured and the applications it’s being used for. Pipes are passageways. Tubes are structural. A pipe is generally measured by inside diameter or ID.(IE: You could roll [...]